Day Ten in New Zealand

Today I drove from Motueka to Blenheim after two days of hiking in the Abel Tasman National Park where my path wove in and out of temperate rain forest, tidal pools, tidal flats, sandy beaches, warm humid coves, and dry warm rocky points.

I met with the owner of Gravitas Wines today over a spit cooked lamb a Sauvignon Blanc called Wandering Piano. It is a name I like very much. I always considered pianos to be kind of sessile creatures and not prone to perambulating. This one has been on the move for over 14 years apparently - Kazakstan and London to name a few. A client whose name I cannot mention has comissioned me to do a painting inspired by the Sauvignon Blanc. I am to drink and paint.

Tomorrow I return again to the same vineyard to learn more and taste the soil.

Twin Cities Live

While away my paintings were featured on Twin Cities Live with designer and TV host Cy Winship. You can view the entire program on their website. Then click on Tuesday, December 17th and you'll find there is a link for Local Arts!

NWA World Traveler Magazine

In the December 2008 Issue, click on The Buzz...

New Zealand Post #1

This is the beginning. I leave in three hours barring any delays. I am finally excited and present to the adventure of having three months with no itinerary. I only have an intention to create art inspired by the shore. Simple.